About the Aboriginal Community Development Worker role

An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is sought for this role by Your Community Health as a special measure pursuant to Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

Join YourCH for a culturally grounded, community-centred role, focused on strengthening trust, connection and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This role supports First Nations voices, builds respectful partnerships and fosters inclusive, safe spaces that encourage holistic wellbeing. Reporting to the Aboriginal Health Manager, this is a ongoing part-time role (0.6 FTE). Offices located in the Northern Suburbs. 

Your Passion and Commitment will see you:

• Support access to culturally safe health care for First Nations clients
• Consult community to shape culturally led program delivery
• Plan and deliver health education and service promotion
• Drive growth and ongoing delivery of Aboriginal Health Program
• Represent YourCH at local networks and stakeholder forums

To succeed in this role you will have:

• Relevant experience and / or qualifications such as Aboriginal Health Worker, Certificate III in Mental Health, Certificate IV in Community Services, or the willingness to work towards one or more of these qualifications
• Proven culturally safe practice with First Nations communities
• Experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs
• Understanding of community strengths and health challenges
• Knowledge of primary care systems and referral pathways

For further information about this role, please refer to the position description (available via the YourCH Careers Hub). 

YourCH Culture & Benefits

YourCH has fostered an organisation-wide supportive and diverse team that allows staff to bring their whole self to work, both personally and professionally. You'll join a team focused on reflecting the diverse communities we serve and we will work with you to ensure a safe, affirming workplace by addressing any barriers you may experience to full participation. We offer:

• True flexibility in a supportive work environment to be yourself and balance your personal and professional responsibilities.
• Opportunities for development and training to grow your skills and career.
• Access to internal inclusion Networks like our LGBTIQA+ Rainbow Pride Network (and more starting soon).
• Eligibility for not-for-profit Salary Packaging Options including $15,900 annually and $2,650 Meal and Entertainment allowance per FBT year.
• Being an environmentally conscious employer part of the Global Green and Healthy Hospitals network.

Submit your application today!

Applications for this role may be reviewed as they are received so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!

If you still have any queries about the role please contact Sharon Bamblett (she/her), Aboriginal Health Manager on sharon.bamblett@yourch.org.au.

Your Community Health is an Equal Opportunity and Child Safe employer who supports inclusiveness and diversity. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining people from a diverse background, including but not limited to, those identifying as LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people from cultural and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and people with a disability.